I taught Claude to talk like a caveman to save my AI tokens. It became unusable — and I learned a lesson about virality.

In a recent conversation, Alexander Huso, a 31-year-old tech enthusiast from Salt Lake City, shared his unique experiences with AI and the challenges of job hunting in today's competitive landscape. Currently employed at a hotel, Huso has a background in software testing and coding. Despite his skills, he faces hurdles in proving his expertise due to the absence of a formal degree. Huso has developed innovative applications, including one designed to facilitate incidental learning. This app aims to help users learn Spanish by replacing random words on their phone with their Spanish equivalents, showcasing how AI can enhance everyday tasks. As he navigates the job market, he relies on ChatGPT, scheduling searches every four hours to identify newly posted job opportunities. His journey took a quirky turn when he experimented with communicating with AI in caveman-like speech to conserve token usage. Initially aiming for a simpler 'baby talk' approach, he found that caveman jargon was funnier and more effective. This method was particularly useful when testing Android apps for vulnerabilities, although he soon realized that simplifying language compromised the quality of his coding. Huso's unconventional approach gained unexpected attention when a popular YouTuber featured his idea, which led to a brief wave of viral fame. Despite gaining only a few followers on GitHub, he reflects positively on the experience, feeling validated rather than overshadowed. His story highlights the evolving relationship between coding, AI, and the unpredictable nature of virality in the digital age, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of a modern coder navigating a rapidly changing landscape.